Auxiliary Operator - Level 2

Swagelok•Highland, CA

About The Position

Auxiliary Operators enhance products and make minor alterations. At Level 2, the associate has demonstrated proficiency working with limited assistance while meeting performance objectives for standard work processes. The role involves recognizing routine problems and making appropriate adjustments to keep processes running. Associates use skills introduced at Level 1 to perform basic, moderate, and complex auxiliary operations, work with controls and tooling, complete bench operations and setups, and set up and operate routine parts on standard equipment. They follow quality and product segregation guidelines, understand product visual requirements and departmental process flow, and support lean efforts and applicable company procedures. Associates are expected to demonstrate the skills in the master training plan within the minimum time requirements. The position is on third shift, 10:00 p.m. to 6:15 a.m., Sunday through Thursday. The pay range is $16.70–$23.45 per hour, with overtime compensation and a 10% shift differential when working an off-shift. Starting pay depends on skills, experience, and qualifications. Swagelok describes itself as a privately held global manufacturer of fluid system solutions and offers training, opportunities for career growth, and a no-layoff philosophy. The company provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package starting on day one.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 12 months of experience, excluding time spent at the Learner level, before becoming eligible for advancement to an Independent Auxiliary Operator position.
Ability to lift kegs and boxes weighing 25–35 pounds regularly and 35–50 pounds occasionally.
Ability to perform considerable standing, stooping, and bending.
Ability to safely and successfully perform essential job functions and meet qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance.
Demonstrated reliability, integrity, flexibility, teamwork, communication, customer focus, and accountability.

Nice To Haves

Good mechanical skills aptitude.

Responsibilities

Perform basic, moderate, and complex auxiliary operations using skills introduced at Level 1.
Use necessary controls, tooling, holders, and fixtures to perform assigned tasks with minimal assistance from a trainer.
Perform multiple bench operations and setups according to documentation.
Set up and operate routine parts on standard equipment with little assistance.
Follow quality guidelines and product segregation procedures.
Understand visual requirements for products being manufactured.
Understand process improvement and product flow within the department.
Understand and support lean efforts, including 5S, visual displays, and metrics on the Primary Visual Display Board.
Recognize and comply with applicable Swagelok procedures.
Demonstrate the skills listed in the master training plan within the minimum time requirements.
Communicate problems to a supervisor and provide information to the next shift or others in the company.
Meet due dates, take responsibility for personal performance, and help meet customer needs.
Work in other departments or sites and learn other jobs when needed.